Why Doing Sober October Will Change Your Life.
Dominic McGregor
Fearless Adventures & Basecamp Founder | Investor | Keynote Speaker | Author of “I’m Never Drinking Again
I'm taking a break from Northern Business Showcase to champion Sober October
As you may know, I currently don't drink and want to help others:
Change Your Life in 30 Days: Why You Should Join Sober October
Taking a break from alcohol for 30 days might seem challenging, but the benefits can be transformative. If you’ve ever thought about making a positive change in your life, Sober October is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Over the course of a month, you can experience significant improvements in your health, productivity, and finances. Here’s why taking part in Sober October could be one of the best decisions you make:
?? Restful Sleep: Recharge Your Body and Mind
Did you know that alcohol negatively impacts your sleep quality? Even though it might make you feel drowsy, it disrupts your sleep cycles, especially the critical REM (Rapid Eye Movement) stage. People who quit drinking can experience a 5-20% increase in deep sleep, which is crucial for memory retention, cognitive function, and overall mental well-being. After a few weeks, you may find yourself waking up feeling more refreshed, focused, and energized throughout the day.
?? Brain Volume Recovery: Reverse the Damage
Excessive alcohol consumption can shrink brain volume over time, especially in areas critical for decision-making, memory, and learning. The good news? Stopping alcohol intake allows your brain to recover. In fact, studies show that brain volume can increase by 1.85% over just six weeks. While 30 days won’t completely reverse years of damage, it’s an incredible start toward healing your brain and improving your mental sharpness.
?? Higher Productivity: Unlock Your Potential
One of the most noticeable changes when you stop drinking is a significant increase in energy levels. Alcohol saps your energy as your body works overtime to metabolize it. By cutting out alcohol, your body can redirect this energy elsewhere, leading to a 20-30% boost in daily productivity. Imagine having more drive to tackle work projects, engage in hobbies, or simply spend quality time with loved ones without feeling constantly fatigued.
?? Calorie Reduction: Shed Unwanted Weight
Alcohol is packed with empty calories, offering little nutritional value but contributing to weight gain. With 7 calories per gram, alcohol quickly adds up. A typical drink contains anywhere from 100 to 200 calories, and if you’re used to having a few drinks each night, cutting alcohol can reduce your weekly caloric intake by 1,400 to 4,200 calories. That’s equivalent to losing about 0.5 to 1 pound per week, simply by eliminating alcohol from your diet!
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?? Monthly Savings: Watch Your Finances Grow
Let’s not forget the financial benefits of going sober. Drinking can be an expensive habit. Whether you’re spending ￡5-￡10 per drink at a bar or buying bottles of wine for ￡10-￡20 each, the cost adds up quickly. Going alcohol-free can save you ￡150-￡400 a month, which translates to a yearly saving of ￡1,800-￡4,800! Think about what you could do with that extra money—whether it’s paying off debts, investing in yourself, or even taking a much-needed vacation.
It’s Not Easy… But You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
While the benefits of Sober October are clear, quitting alcohol can be challenging, especially without support. That’s why I’m launching a mentoring program this October, designed to help people make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
The biggest difference I found when I went alcohol-free was accountability. Having someone to check in with, guide me, and encourage me made all the difference. I want to offer that same support to you.
Join My Sober October Mentoring Program
If you’re ready to experience the incredible benefits of Sober October and want someone to help guide you on this journey, consider joining my group for the month. Together, we’ll hold each other accountable, provide motivation, and share tips to make this challenge easier and more fulfilling.
We start tomorrow, so don’t miss out! To book your place, click the link below and let’s get started on this life-changing journey.
This October could be the month you transform your life—let’s do it together!
Spaces are limited, all profits donated to Sober October
Founder & CEO at Stfalcon | Custom Mobile & Web App Development Services | Stfalcon Named Among Clutch’s Top 1000 Global Service Providers
1 个月Dominic, that's a powerful initiative! What inspired you to start this journey? ??
Director - Northern Dilapidations Lead CBRE UK // RICS APC Assessor
1 个月You just need to give yourself enough time to start noticing the benefits yourself. It takes a few weeks but then these things will start to snowball and give you solid proof as to your relationship with alcohol.
Coaching teenage athletes to ace their exams without sacrificing their sporting performance or their wellbeing. Sport | Study Skills | Time Management
1 个月I'm nearly 5 years sober and working as a sober coach - the changes I see in clients who do 30 days are huge, and they're so surprised at what a difference it makes! Many of us think our drinking isn't affecting us when in fact we've forgotten how clear headed we used to be. I'd highly recommend trying Sober October to anyone who has ever had a whisper of a thought that perhaps they should cut down a bit and tried various moderation tactics that they didn't stick to. It's so much easier to have one setting - alcohol free!
4x Founder | Generalist | Goal - Inspire 1M everyday people to start their biz | Always building… having the most fun.
1 个月I totally agree, 30 days alcohol-free can be life-changing in so many ways!
BA (Hons) Digital & Creative Innovation - Filmmaking - Scriptwriter, Film Producer & Film Director(retired Crisis Negotiator).
1 个月￡100 and you state all profit goes to this cancer charity. Can you clarify what the profit is from the ￡100 please?